Mexico: Activists to protest in downtown Mexico City Nov. 17 to demand access to housing

Event

Activists plan to protest in downtown Mexico City Nov. 17. The purpose of the action is to demand access to adequate housing, among other things. Participants will gather at 17:00 outside of the Secretariat of Urban Development and Housing (Secretaria de Desarrollo Urbano y Vivienda, Seduvi).

Although the action should remain largely peaceful, authorities will almost certainly deploy an increased police presence nearby as a precaution. Clashes between protesters and security forces cannot be ruled out, especially if authorities attempt to forcibly disperse crowds. Localized transport and business disruptions are likely.

Advice

Avoid the demonstration as a precaution. If violence occurs, immediately leave the area and seek shelter in a safe, nongovernmental building. Seek alternative routes to circumvent related transport disruptions and allow additional time to reach destinations. Do not attempt to navigate around protester-erected roadblocks; allow police to dismantle them before proceeding. Heed the instructions of security personnel.